Navigating Cancer's Free Patient Tools. Are you fighting cancer? Or caring for someone who is?
We understand how overwhelming a cancer diagnosis can be. Navigating Cancer can help you take control of your experience by bringing together some of the most important resources to help you and loved ones navigate this journey.- Organize your treatment plan and schedule
- Track your medications & how you're feeling
- Get the most from your doctor visits
- Keep family & friends up to date
The following information is from the Patient Empowerment group and is a good resource:
The Emotional Impact of a Cancer Diagnosis
Created Jun 8, 2011
The American Institute for Cancer Research addresses the emotional impact that can occur with a cancer diagnosis. Experiencing a variety of emotions is a natural response to living with cancer. As ... more
Created Jun 6, 2011
The Prepared Patient Forum explains why effective patienthood begins with good communication between a patient and doctor, and provides study results demonstrating how patients can use health care ... more
Uploaded Jun 3, 2011
Understanding how to prepare for a doctor’s appointment is a step toward patient empowerment. This guideline identifies you and your doctor as a team, working closely together by asking questions, ... more
Created Jun 3, 2011
Maria Basso Lipani, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, understands how difficult it can be to process the information of a cancer diagnosis. She has outlined five steps to take to help patients gai... more
Created Jun 3, 2011
More and more patients have come to realize they can improve their medical outcome by taking responsibility for their healthcare decisions in partnership with their providers. As patients take on t... more
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